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Americans Abroad: Pepi and Adams' return provides big boost

GOAL reviews the major takeaways from Americans playing in Europe, as two major names returned from injury

AA preview: Pulisic hunts for fitness and Balogun looks to build

Christian Pulisic is hunting for fitness for Milan, and Folarin Balogun could deliver a big three points for his team if he continues his current form.

USMNT striker ranks: Is Agyemang challenging for No. 1?

GOAL breaks down where the USMNT strikers sit after a big week for Balogun, Wright and Agyemang.

WATCH: USMNT's Balogun makes UCL history with knockout brace

Folarin Balogun scored two goals inside 18 minutes in Monaco's Champions League knockout round playoff with Ligue 1 rivals Paris Saint-Germain. The goals were Balogun's fourth and fifth in the Champions League this season and among the most vital scored in the striker's career. Balogun is the first American with a brace in a UCL knockout game.

The Rondo: Is it time to worry about Christian Pulisic?

GOAL's writers debate Christian Pulisic’s form, Weston McKennie’s rise, and what it all means for Americans Abroad right now.

Americans Abroad: McKennie's scoring continues, Busio shines

GOAL reviews the major takeaways from Americans playing in Europe, including another goal from McKennie and Weah suffering a tough outing against PSG.

Americans Abroad: Tillman remains dominant, McKennie is on fire

GOAL reviews the major takeaways from Americans playing in Europe, including McKennie scoring, again, for Juventus in an important victory.

Americans Abroad: Can Pulisic break out of slump with AC Milan?

GOAL looks at the biggest storylines among Americans Abroad, including Pulisic looking to get back to his best.

Americans Abroad: Wild day of UCL group finales for USMNT stars

GOAL takes a look at how American soccer's stars fared on a chaotic final day of the group stage

Americans Abroad: What's at stake for U.S. stars in Champs League?

The Champions League, Europa League and Conference League are back and GOAL breaks down what's at stake for Americans playing in the competitions.

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Meet the USMNT: Folarin Balogun and a defining World Cup year

GOAL continues its Meet the USMNT series by examining Folarin Balogun’s path to the USMNT and the expectations that follow him into a World Cup year.

Americans Abroad: Concern for Pepi, Sargent on the move?

GOAL reviews the major takeaways from Americans playing in Europe, including concern over Pepi after an injury and Folarin Balogun getting on the scoresheet.

Balogun: No USMNT player feels their place is guaranteed

Folarin Balogun says that Mauricio Pochettino has ensured that no U.S. men's national team players feel their place is guaranteed, which only makes the Monaco striker's recent goals feel all the more important. After missing much of 2025 with injury issues, Balogun returned to full fitness in the fall and has been scoring for club and country.

Frequently asked questions

: Jude Bellingham's strongest position on the pitch is as the central attacking midfielder in the #10 role; however, he has show tremendous adaptibility by playing either as a false 9 or as a central midfielder, while also occasionally functioning as a left midfielder.
: Jude Bellingham was born in Stourbridge, in the Metropolitan Borough of Dudley, West Midlands, in England.
: Jude Bellingham dons the No. 5 jersey at his current club Real Madrid. It was a dream come true moment when he was presented with the No. 5 shirt during his Real Madrid presentation as his idol, Zinedine Zidane, also wore the No. 5 shirt during his five-year stint at the club as a player.
: Jude Bellingham stands at 1.86m (6ft 1in). Despite his tall frame, he is adept at dribbling past opponents and often uses his physicality to shield the ball.
: Jude Bellingham weighs 75 kg (165 lbs). His low weight, combined with his height, allow him to be extremely agile.
: Jude Bellingham started his youth career at Birmingham City, the club he supported ever since he was a kid.
: Jude Bellingham turned 21 in 2024 and does not have any children yet.
: Jude Bellingham hasn't exchanged vows just yet, but he is believed to be dating Dutch fashion model Laura Celia Valk.

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